Experts Share Insights and Tips on Meeting Fit and Proper Requirements
Fitness and proprietary requirements for employees of financial institutions are not an option, but a regulatory obligation that calls on firms to regularly assess employees’ honesty, integrity and reputation, competence and capability, and financial soundness. RegTech Insight publisher A-Team Group recently brought together a panel of compliance experts for a hosted webinar sponsored by MyComplianceOffice (MCO)...
Date: 8 October 2024 Time: 10:00am ET / 3:00pm London / 4:00pm CET Duration: 50 minutes Since ChatGPT exploded onto the scene in late 2022, financial markets participants have been trying to understand the opportunities and risks posed by artificial intelligence and in particular generative AI (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs). While the full…
Now in its 8th year, the RegTech Summit in New York will bring together the regtech ecosystem to explore how the North American capital markets financial industry can leverage technology to drive innovation, cut costs and support regulatory change.
Welcome to the twelfth edition of A-Team Group’s Regulatory Data Handbook, a unique and useful guide to capital markets regulation, regulatory change and the data and data management requirements of compliance. The handbook covers regulation in Europe, the UK, US and Asia-Pacific. This edition of the handbook includes a detailed review of acts, plans and…
Modernisation and simplification of data architectures has become a mantra for financial institutions as they seek to get the most out of their data – but it’s a goal that’s beset by many challenges. Not least among them is change management; convincing the organisation’s chief financial officer and engineering teams that a transformation of its...
Fitness and proprietary requirements for employees of financial institutions are not an option, but a regulatory obligation that calls on firms to regularly assess employees’ honesty, integrity and reputation, competence and capability, and financial soundness. RegTech Insight publisher A-Team Group recently brought together a panel of compliance experts for a hosted webinar sponsored by MyComplianceOffice (MCO)...
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies has the potential to revolutionise the way financial markets operate, not least by providing new opportunities for enhancing trading analytics and research. So how can firms effectively integrate AI into their trading workflows? What are the challenges and opportunities associated with leveraging data...
Since ChatGPT exploded onto the scene in late 2022, financial markets participants have been trying to understand the opportunities and risks posed by artificial intelligence and in particular generative AI (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs). While the full value of the technology continues to become apparent, it’s already clear that AI has enormous potential...
Financial institutions are grappling with a substantially changed operating environment that’s placing novel pressures on their data management processes. As organisations navigate a more volatile global financial picture, many are tacking towards a multi-asset business model that demands new capabilities and expertise. They are also having to bolster their regulatory compliance capabilities, as new disclosure...
Emerging capabilities in AI and interoperability are transforming trading workflows, with the promise of heightened levels of collaboration and personalisation resulting in greater efficiency and performance. The potential of these new technologies is encouraging financial firms to modernise their trader desktops and streamline operational processes. With AI and generative AI (GenAI) in particular still nascent...
Capital markets intelligence and analysis company Bridgewise has unveiled BRIDGET, a Conversational AI investment tool tailored for institutional investors, brokers, and trading platforms. BRIDGET leverages large language models (LLMs) to transform static investment intelligence reports into dynamic, multilingual dialogues, offering regulatory-compliant investment recommendations across more than 25 languages and 15 markets, covering over 50,000 financial…
RETN, the independent global network services provider, has partnered with IPC Systems to introduce a new 10G connectivity link between Frankfurt and Hong Kong, enhancing network diversity and performance for the financial markets. Implemented within a two-week period, the low-latency terrestrial route utilises RETN’s TRANSKZ super-highway, providing a robust and diverse connection between Europe and…
Meritsoft, a Cognizant company, has launched a new asset servicing claims management solution, aiming to modernise the handling of coupon and dividend claims operations. Built on the company’s next-generation post-trade automation platform, the solution automates claims issuance, matching, and payment processes, reducing aged debtors and risk-weighted assets. The platform addresses the operational challenges faced by…
The T+1 Technical Group (TGT) of the UK Accelerated Settlement Task Force (AST) has published its proposed recommendations for the UK’s transition from a T+2 to a T+1 securities settlement cycle. The draft recommendations, focusing on enhancing efficiency and reducing risk in equity market settlements, are open for consultation until 31 October 2024. The global…
SmartStream has added artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning capabilities to the latest version of its Air data management platform. The Dubai-based maker of transaction technology for financial institutions has incorporated the technology into the ninth version of its SaaS-based product with the creation of two modules, Air Data and Air Cash. Air Data is…
Broadridge Financial Solutions has rolled out CommCentral, a cloud-based application that enables bank and broker-dealer clients to query and surface insights from investor communications. Users of CommCentral can also create customised alerts and communications monitors to unearth cues and prompts that can generate and streamline workflows. CommCentral “offers firms immediate access to essential communications data…
ESG software maker Datamaran has received a US$33 million financial injection via a Series C funding round. The facility will help accelerate the London-based company’s expansion in the US and build out generative artificial intelligence capabilities. The latest funding round was led by Morgan Stanley Expansion capital and doubles Datamaran’s total external financial commitments. Datamaran…
BGC Group, Inc. has launched the FMX Futures Exchange in collaboration with ten leading investment banks and market-making firms. The new exchange, which is now live, offers trading of SOFR futures, the largest notional futures contract globally. Plans are in place to introduce U.S. treasury futures by Q1 2025. The FMX Futures Exchange aims to…
Digital Asset, in collaboration with The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), has successfully completed the U.S. Treasury (UST) Collateral Network Pilot, a blockchain-based initiative aimed at enhancing market connectivity and liquidity using distributed ledger technology (DLT). The pilot involved a consortium of major financial institutions, including investors, banks, custodians, and central counterparties, operating on…
Euronext has acquired 100% of Substantive Research, a London-based firm specialising in pricing and product comparison for investment research and market data. Founded in 2015, Substantive Research serves over 100 clients globally, offering benchmarking services for asset managers, hedge funds, and other financial institutions. The acquisition strengthens Euronext’s investor services through its subsidiary Commcise, which…
Nasdaq and BYMA, Argentina’s leading stock exchange group, have expanded their technology partnership to overhaul BYMA’s entire post-trade ecosystem using Nasdaq technology. As part of the agreement, BYMA will implement Nasdaq’s real-time clearing platform at its central counterparty clearinghouse (CCP), enhancing the speed, capacity, and risk management of its post-trade operations. This new platform complements…
NeoXam has acquired EZOPS, a company that offers clients artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled data control, workflow automation, reconciliation, and regulatory reporting services. Paris-based financial software specialist NeoXam said the purchase would enable it to expand its presence in US, Ireland and India, where EZOPS has its offices. The move comes as NeoXam seeks to bolster its…
Fund-of-fund management clients of Fundcraft now have access to Canoe Intelligence’s data management capabilities, enabling them to streamline their data and document processes. The deal will see the alternative investments operations services provider utilise New York-based Canoe’s artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced technology to collect, clean, validate, order and distribute their data. Luxembourg-headquartered Fundcraft said also that…
ISS ESG has incorporated nature-focussed data into its ESG funds assessment tool. Investors can use the ISS ESG Biodiversity Fund Screening dataset to establish the risks from nature and water loss faced by equity and bond funds. It expands the sustainable investing arm of ISS STOXX’s Fund Rating and Fund Screening tools, which offer clients…
Helia, an Australian lenders mortgage insurer, has selected Informatica to improve data management and governance around its claims processing capabilities as the home loans sector sees a surge in digitalisation. Sydney-headquartered Helia said the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered data services company would help it accelerate claims and streamline its data pipeline. It hopes that the using…
Sustainable Trading, the non-profit membership network dedicated to transforming ESG practices within the global markets trading industry, has released the “LIFE BEYOND THE DESK: Trading Employee Workplace Experience Report,” offering insights into the experiences of 270 current and former trading professionals. The report suggests the need for industry-wide changes in workplace practices, particularly concerning health,…
Exegy, the market data and trading technology provider, has appointed Yewande Sobola and Thomas Gallo to lead its new Client Success Initiative, marking a key milestone in the company’s integration of Enyx and Vela. This initiative is designed to enhance Exegy’s role as an extension of its clients’ technology and operations teams, helping them achieve…
Quant, specialists in digital finance, has announced the appointment of Lenna Russ as Chief Commercial Officer, a newly established role within the company. Russ joins from Tradeteq, where she served as Chief Revenue Officer for three years, overseeing significant achievements such as a $12.5 million Series A Plus funding round, the launch of a new…
Due diligence, surveillance and marketing communications compliance specialist Saifr has appointed Micheal Hutnyan as Head of Sales. Enterprise sales veteran Hutnyan brings an impressive record of sales leadership and building SaaS revenue streams with stints at Tamr, Trillium Software and DataKitchen. You can hear more from Saifr at the upcoming A-Team Group RegTech Summit in…
Syniti has promoted Alyssa Sliney to senior vice president of the Europe, Middle East and Africa region at the enterprise data management company. Sliney joined the US-based company two decades ago and most recently held the position of senior delivery partner, where she oversaw the quality and governance of Syniti’s Knowledge Platform and its master…
Global financial services consulting, managed services, and technology provider Delta Capita has appointed Caroline O’Sullivan as its new Head of Ireland. Based in Dublin, Caroline will lead the company’s regional business strategy, focusing on sustainable growth across all core service lines, client relationship management, and overseeing business operations. She will report to Philip Freeborn, Co-Head…
ESG Book has named Justin Fitzpatrick, the founder and executive of several UK-based RegTech companies, as its new chief executive replacing global sustainability leader Daniel Klier. The Germany-based data and tech company, which made headlines in 2021 when it put a large part of its ESG database on a free-to-use platform, said Fitzpatrick has “deep expertise…
Financial markets data company AccessFintech has appointed Naveen TV as head of product to lead development of the UK-based company’s services on its Synergy data infrastructure. Naveen joined the real-time data feed provider from JP Morgan, where he was global head of data strategy and AI. In a 12-year career at the global bank he…
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), has added four new members to its Board of Directors. Brian Gallagher, Global Head of Markets Operations at JPMorgan Chase, brings over 23 years of experience in various leadership roles within the firm. Christopher Gelvin, Chief Operating Officer of Group Operations and Technology Office at UBS, has been…
Delta Capita, the Capital Markets consulting, managed services, and technology provider, has appointed Bradley Szu-Tu as the Head of Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) in the APAC region. Based in Singapore, Szu-Tu will oversee the expansion and management of Delta Capita’s CLM business across consulting, services, and technology for financial services clients, which currently number over…
The London Stock Exchange Group plc (LSEG) has appointed Pascal Boillat as Chief Operating Officer, effective 1 July 2024. Reporting to CEO David Schwimmer, Boillat will be based in New York and will lead LSEG’s global operations division, supporting both internal and customer services. He will also join the Group’s Executive Committee. Boillat brings over…
CLS, the financial market infrastructure group, announced the appointment of five new directors to its Board of Directors at the CLS Annual General Meeting on 4 June 2024. The new board members are Teddy Cho (BNY Mellon), Scott Lucas (JP Morgan Chase), Akila Raman (Goldman Sachs), Peter Whitelaw (National Australia Bank), and Michael Lawrence (Independent)….
As part of a planned leadership transition at IPC, the trading communications and infrastructure solutions provider, Kurt Adams will succeed Bob Santella as CEO, bringing over 25 years of experience in the financial and technology sectors. Adams previously served as CEO of Optum Financial and held executive roles at Fleetcor Technologies, U.S. Bank, and other…
Fenergo, a provider of know your customer (KYC), transaction monitoring and client lifecycle management (CLM) solutions, has bolstered its presence in EMEA with the appointment of Ruth Ormsby as managing director in the region. Based in London, Ormsby is tasked with strengthening Fenergo’s presence in the corporate and institutional banking sector as it seeks to…
IEX Group, Inc. (IEX) has announced the appointments of Bryan Harkins as President, Ronan Ryan as Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Florian Seifferer as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). Harkins brings extensive experience in multi-asset exchange trading, fintech, and capital markets, having held senior roles at Cboe Global Markets, BIDS Trading, BATS Global Markets, Direct Edge,…
A-Team Group has announced the winners of its Data Management Insight Awards - USA 2024. These annual awards recognise leading providers of data management solutions, services and consultancy to capital markets participants within North America.
Voting in the 4th annual RegTech Insight Awards USA 2024 are now closed! These awards celebrate providers of leading RegTech solutions, services and consultancy and are uniquely designed to recognise both start-up and established providers who are creatively finding solutions to help with regulatory challenges, and span a wide range of regulatory requirements.
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